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Bilge pump solution I recently purchased a Gb 36. In addition to a traditional bilge pump and float switch , there is a whale diaphragm pump in the sump. It is wired to a very sophisticated timer . I have it set to run two minutes , twice a day. When I start to use ac more, I will add more...

I found the hinge at McMaster-Carr. Heavy duty for salt,sun,etc Thanks for your response

My 1989 GB36 needs a new hinge for the center opening window in the wheelhouse. It looks like a pvc or plastic piano hinge , the width of the window. Looking for suggestions on replacing it. Thanks Tom

Just closed on a very neglected GB36 Classic. Great to visit this site for all my maintenance issues. On my ride from Palm Beach to Ft Pierce yesterday looked at the bilge and saw water rushing in. So slowed to neutral and water stopped. Started up again and everything ok, water had been come...

Just a minor gripe. Went to the BIG marine store and grabbed a replacement toilet seat, not paying attention to the price. Clerk said $64 . I put it back. I mean really? You wonder why boating industry is doing poorly. It's just a molded seat. It has to survive in a harsh environment, but it's...

I am going to remove the teak decks on my 1989 GB36 Classic. I plan on drilling out the screw holes and use a penetrating epoxy then fill holes with West and filler. Do I need to grind off all gel coat and layup cloth and resin? The deck truly isn't strong enough without it? I would like to hear...